About James Debayo
Born 2005. James Debayo is a British association football player.
James Boluwatife Debayo (born 11 July 2005) is an English professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for club Swindon Town on loan from club Hull City.
Club career A product of the Watford academy, Debayo signed a two year scholarship deal with Leeds United in July 2021. He made his English Football League debut for Leeds on 24 November 2024 in the 4–3 EFL Championship away win against Swansea City as an 89th-minute substitute for Dan James. He was offered a new contract by the club in May 2025, but ultimately left the club that summer.
In January 2026 Debayo signed for Hull City.
On 2 July 2026, Debayo joined Swindon Town on a season-long loan spell.
International career Born in England, Debayo is of Nigerian descent. In June 2022 he started for England U17 in a defeat against USA. The following year saw him represent England U18.
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Who is James Debayo?
English footballer (born 2005)
When was James Debayo born?
James Debayo was born on 11 July 2005.
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James Debayo is an association football player.
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James Debayo is British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Debayo. https://biography.guide/james-debayo/
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